About this tour
This one-hour walking tour rewrites Derry's narrative through the lens of women whose stories rarely surface in conventional histories. Led by filmmaker and academic Anne Crilly, you'll encounter the overlooked figures who shaped the city, alongside notable women visitors who left their mark. It's a chance to see a familiar place through an unfamiliar angle—one that reclaims voices often sidelined by traditional accounts.
Highlights
- Women's contributions to Derry's social and political fabric
- Notable female visitors and their impact on the city
- Research-led narrative from award-winning filmmaker
- Walking tour accessible to all mobility levels
- Local stories rarely featured in mainstream guidebooks
What to expect
Expect a guided walk through Derry's streets paired with historical context you won't find elsewhere. Anne Crilly draws on her academic research to uncover the everyday and extraordinary actions of local women, as well as celebrated visitors who passed through. The tour moves at a moderate pace with all areas accessible. You'll hear less about monuments and more about the people—their resistance, creativity, influence and lives. It's a straightforward, fact-based walkthrough rather than theatrical performance.
Good to know
The tour lasts one hour and covers accessible terrain throughout the city. No refreshments provided. Prams and service animals welcome. Moderate fitness recommended for the walking pace, though routes are fully accessible.
Frequently asked
- How long does Herstory Derry Tour take?
- Herstory Derry Tour runs for approximately 1 hour.
- How much does Herstory Derry Tour cost?
- Prices start from GBP $17 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Herstory Derry Tour run?
- This tour operates around United Kingdom. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Herstory Derry Tour?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. New Forest National Park earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original New Forest National Park summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.